Hey, I'm a newbie to this site.

I am a Homeschooling Mom to 3 boys ages 7 year old and twins that are 5 years.

I am not much a a coupon clipper, but with one income I do try to watch what we spend and why.

We live in TX and my dh pastors at the church we live next door to.

I have read some on the forum and I am in the middle of a declutter fest at my house....and am trying after 18 years of marriage to learn and 'want' to cook. He has spoiled me and cooked all our waking meals for us....and the last 7 for us and our children.....LOL......I am trying to take back the reigns from all aspects of my life.....cooking, cleaning, paying bills ON TIME, not when they call to demand payment.....I have coasted thru several years of my life.......and not just because I am lazy, because life is kinda kicking me right now. I know that it is nothing that God and I can't do together....but I am not taking my part right now. The boys are all diagnosed with Autism, Aspergers, Pervasive Developmental Disorder, and lastly now they are saying they have a rare disorder called FG Syndrome. It only affects males in a family, girls are carriers, not affected, but at any rate we have with all 3 boys combined: Poop issues (2 kids are on laxatives and were wearing pullups till about a week ago), Hearing loss, Twins have asthma and some delay from premature birth, Also the twins are both in glasses to which the dr said that he had not seen this bad of eye damage this early ever, and then the oldest has a heart problem....nothing MAJOR, just we have to keep a close watch on it. So all in all, between dr visits, and scheduling more dr visits....there is not much else going on.

I am trying to come out of my "not dealing" with it all,......and deal with it.

So go easy on me........LOL......I've had a hard day........

Welcome! We are here to support you in any way that we can. It sounds like you have a lot on your plate so if you ever feel you need to vent go right ahead we are hear to listen and help you through it. For the savings part you will find a lot of helpful tips here and learn a lot on how to save. Good luck and most of all ENJOY!!!

~~ Sonja

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~~Sonja~~

My 3lynns~ Ashlynn-8, Brooklyn-4 and Kaylin-3

Thanks for the welcome. Yes a tad overwhelmed......but getting it "right" now, I hope.

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Home schooling Mom to 3 boys
Today's Diagnosis: FG Syndrome
Tarantula, Dwarf Hamster, 3 Red Eared Slider Turtles, 6 Hermit Crabs, 1 Beta

Hello! Judging by your post, you have come to the right place. It's never too late to gain back control and you just need to take it one step at a time.
Welcome!

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Well and like I said in my siggy, everyday is a new diagnosis....today I find out the oldest is having seizures.....so I have taken the day "off" and tried to deal and pray and talk to friends.

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Home schooling Mom to 3 boys
Today's Diagnosis: FG Syndrome
Tarantula, Dwarf Hamster, 3 Red Eared Slider Turtles, 6 Hermit Crabs, 1 Beta

Welcome aboard. Wow, you have a full house with all the boys and pets. You're braver than me, I couldn't live with some of those animals. I guess once I have kids, I'll get a little less scared of crawly critters lol.

Glad to have you here! Post often and share your ideas/questions. This is a really great place for support and advice.

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Welcome! Don't beat yourself up, you do have a lot on your plate. Continue to gain strength and guidance through faith. He will carry you when you feel you can not do it on your own. This forum can also be a great source of wisdom and love. Prays and hugs to you, your dh and your three beautiful gifts from God. ray: Hugs

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:love:R4JBNS Traci
Wife to Ben Sahm to Jonathon, Jessyca, Jordan & Jackson

I’ve been SWAK’d!
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